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Clubs
MOMS Club Monthly SocialJoin the MOMS club at their monthly social. This month will be a Halloween party for the children from 9:30-11:30 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 28. This is a local chapter of International Moms Club serving stay-at-home moms and part-time working moms residing in the San Ramon and Dublin area. Contact [email protected].
Lectures/Workshops
Using familysearch.org for Your Genealogical ResearchJane Knowles Lindsey, Event Chair of the California Genealogical Society, will show genealogists of all levels how to get the most out of www.FamilySearch.org, a free genealogical website, at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 28 in the Oak View Room at the Walnut Creek Library. Call 977-3340. Walnut Creek Library, 1644 N. Broadway, Walnut Creek.
Fundraisers
Tips for Change BenefitA special event benefiting Horses Healing Hearts will take place from 5-9 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 28 at Gianni's Italian Bistro. 3H volunteers take off their cowboy hats and will be your servers for the evening, and all tips go to 3H. Call 820-6969 or go to wwwhorseshealingheartsinc.com. Gianni's Italian Bistro, 2065 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon.
Author Visit
John Bemelmans Marciano at Rakestraw BooksPrize-winning writer and illustrator, John Bemelmans Marciano, will be discussing his two new books, "The Nine Lives of Alexander Baddenfield" and "Madeline and the Old House in Paris," on Monday, Oct. 28 at Rakestraw Books. Call 837-7337 for reservations and more information. Rakestraw Books, 522 Hartz Ave., Danville.
Volunteering
Tax-Aide and EKS-Free Tax PreparationAARP Tax-Aide, a free income tax service, is looking for volunteer tax counselors and client facilitators for the 2014 tax season. Volunteers are trained by Tax-Aide and certified by the IRS. Orientation is in November. Training starts in January. Contact LaVerne Gordon at 726-3199 or [email protected].
Classes
Creative Center Preschool, City of San RamonCity of San Ramon Creative Center Preschool will begin 9 a.m.-noon on Monday, Sept. 9 at Dougherty Station Community Center and San Ramon Community Center. Preschool for ages 3 1/2-5. Helps prepare children for kindergarten. Cost varies. Go to www.sanramonrecguide.com for info or to enroll. Call 973-3250. MWF 35 classes $1155(R)/$1444(N), TTH 24 classes $792(R)/$990(N) , 17011 Bollinger Canyon Road, San Ramon.
Health
Two-Part Diabetes Self-Management Educational ServicesSan Ramon Regional Medical Center now offers a two-part educational series on Diabetes Self-Management for adults. Classes are held monthly throughout 2013 on Saturdays or weekdays in the West Day Room in the hospital's South Building, 7777 Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon. Part one classes: 1-4 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 12; 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, March 9; 1-4 p.m., Wednesday, June 12; 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, July 13; 1-4 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 3 and 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Nov. 9. Part two classes are: 1-4 p.m., Tuesday, April 9; 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, May 11; 1-4 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 14; 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Sept. 14; 1-4 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 12 and 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, Jan. 11, 2014. Barbara Reis, R.D., certified diabetes educator, will instruct the classes with other clinicians. Classes will discuss the risk factors, signs and symptoms of diabetes; blood sugar monitoring, medication; healthy eating; exercise; stress management; complications and other important topics. A physician referral is required. Medicare and other insurances cover the classes. To enroll in the class, call Barbara Reis, R.D., Certified Diabetes Educator at 275-6018. San Ramon Regional Medical Center, 7777 Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon.
Volunteering
Foster an Animal and save a life!FOSTER HOMES URGENTLY NEEDED! You can make a HUGE difference!! Animals are pouring into local shelters. Can you help us save them? We're in URGENT need of FOSTER HOMES for cats, kittens, dogs and puppies. Tri-valley Animal Rescue (TVAR) provides everything that you need. training, medical care, foo
Events
Visit the USS HornetAcross the Bay from San Francisco, take the family to visit the USS Hornet, a restored aircraft carrier in Alameda. The USS Hornet served in WWII and recovered the Apollo 11 astronauts. Tour the bridge, hangar deck, engine room, navigation bridge, captain's bridge, primary flight control and flight deck, or ride in the flight simulator. The Hornet is open daily 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is $14 for adults; $12 for seniors; $12 for military and students with ID; $6 for ages 5-17; children under 5 are free. Parking is free. The USS Hornet is at Pier 3, 707 W. Hornet Ave., Alameda. Call (510) 521-8448 or visit www.uss-hornet.org for details. Pier 3 , 707 W. Hornet Ave., Alameda.
Kids and Teens
After-School Field Trips at the FarmForest Home Farms hosts after-school field trips, including Fun with Farm Animals, Behind-the-Scenes with Tractors, Dig in and Grow, and Preschool Fun at the Farm. Field trips are for groups of five children or more and can be booked Monday-Friday by calling 973-3284. Cost is $5 per child. Forest Home Farms Historic Park, 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon.
Miscellaneous
Books for the Homebound ServiceIf you are a homebound individual living in the area and are unable to visit the Danville Library for materials, volunteers are able to deliver books to you. For more information, call Sandra Paiva at 837-4889.
Volunteering
Anna's ProgramThe specialized program of Hospice of the East Bay, Anna's Program, is looking for dedicated and caring volunteers to provide companionship and practical support for women with recurrent breast cancer. To apply for free training, contact Vicki Smith at 887-5675 or e-mail [email protected].
Volunteering
Bruns House In-Patient HospiceBruns House In-Patient Hospice is seeking volunteers to fill two- to four-hour shifts during the weekdays and weekends. To apply for free training, call 887-5678 and ask for the volunteer department, or e-mail [email protected].
Volunteering
Assistance League of Diablo ValleyThis chapter of the National Assistance League seeks new volunteer members to help with a wide range of philanthropic service projects in many Contra Costa communities. These include vision screening in elementary schools, distributing clothing to school children in need, daily reassurance phone calls to homebound elderly and handicapped clients, and staffing the chapter's Lafayette thrift shop. Call 934-0901 or visit http://diablovalley.assistanceleague.org.
Volunteering
Child Abuse Prevention CouncilThe Contra Costa County Child Abuse Prevention Council needs volunteer speakers for the community education program. Volunteers must complete a mandatory 24-hour speaker's training course. For information, call 946-9961.
Volunteering
Trails MaintenanceEast Bay Trail Dogs is an all-volunteer group that has built, repaired and helped maintain single-track trails in the East Bay Regional Park District, the Mt. Diablo State Park, and Walnut Creek open space. Volunteers meet the fourth Saturday and one weekday each month. To participate, call Harry at 443-3925.
Clubs
Danville RotaryThe Danville Rotary meets at 12 p.m. every Monday at Faz Restaurant, 600 Hartz Ave., Danville. For information, visit www.danvillerotary.org. Faz Restaurant, 600 Hartz Ave., Danville.
Seniors
Danville Senior Citizens ClubThe club meets 9:45 a.m.-2 p.m. every Monday at the Danville Community Center, 420 Front St., Danville. New members are welcome. Membership is $12 a year. Call Patricia Graber at 443-0268 for details. Danville Community Center, 420 Front St., Danville.
Support Groups
American Chronic Pain AssociationThe ACPA group meets 11 a.m.-1 p.m. every second and fourth Monday at the Community Presbyterian Church Library, 222 W. El Pintado Road, Danville. Community Presbyterian Church Library, 222 W. El Pintado Road, Danville.
Seniors
Valley Oak Respite Center Activities for SeniorsValley Oak Respite provides an interactive program for frail seniors and those afflicted with Alzheimer's or related dementias and physical disabilities, 10:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, at Danville Congregational Church, 989 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Danville. The cost is $30 per session, which includes a morning snack and beverage; participants should bring a bag lunch. For information or an application, call Carmen McCarthy at 945-8040, ext. 53. Danville Congregational Church, 989 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Danville.
Events
Glass House Museum ToursThe Glass House Museum, a restored Victorian at 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd. in San Ramon, is open for tours the second Saturday of each month - at 10 a.m., 11 a.m., 12 p.m., 1 p.m. - when you can step back in time to explore the site and participate in free activities. Next door is Forest Home Farms Historic Park with tractor museum, which offers tours at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. Cost is $5; $8 for both tours on the same. Tour tickets can be purchased at the Gift Shoppe. For more details, call 973-3284 or visit www.SanRamon.ca.gov. Glass House Museum, 19953 San Ramon Valley Blvd., San Ramon.
Clubs
Breastfeeding Support GroupThe San Ramon Regional Medical Center hosts a Breastfeeding Support Group which meets at 6 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every month at the hospital, 6001 Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon. A new topic is discussed at every meeting. For details, contact [email protected] or [email protected]. San Ramon Regional Medical Center, 6001 Norris Canyon Road, San Ramon.
Miscellaneous
Donations for Blue Star Moms NeededThe Blue Star Moms group depends on support and help to continue mailing the care packages they send all year long to our troops overseas. The group is also available to speak to community groups and school events about its programs to support the military here at home, as well as deployed troops. For more information, visit www.bluestarmoms.org.
Clubs
Blue Star MomsThis group meets for general meetings from 7-9 p.m. on the second Wednesday of every month at the Veterans Memorial Building, Veterans Event Room, 400 Hartz Ave., Danville. Members are moms, joining together to share their pride, devotion and worries for their sons and daughters serving in all branches of the Armed Forces of the United States, and sons and daughters who are veterans. For more information, call 866-7035. Veterans Memorial Building, 400 Hartz Ave., Danville.
Volunteering
Senior Center Volunteers NeededThe San Ramon Senior Center can use the help of volunteers at the front desk, tutors for the Senior Scholar Program, special event assistants, kitchen helpers, van drivers, activity instructors, as well as marketing and computer helpers. For more information, call 973-3250. San Ramon Senior Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon.
Seniors
HICAP AppointmentsThe Health Insurance Counseling Advocacy Program (HICAP) offers its services free to anyone who is on Medicare or at least 60 years old and has questions about health insurance coverage. Appointments are available by calling 314-3400.
Sports
San Ramon Basketball Open GymThe city of San Ramon offers basketball open gym for players 18 years and older, 7-10 p.m. on Mondays, at Iron Horse Community Gym, 12601 Alcosta Blvd. in San Ramon. Cost is $4. Bring your own ball and photo ID. Call Steph Chu at 973-3268 for details. Iron Horse Community Gym, 12601 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon.
Sports
Sunday Morning BadmintonThe city of San Ramon offers badminton for players 6 years and older from 9 a.m.-noon on Sundays at Gale Ranch Middle School, 6400 Main Branch Rd., San Ramon. Cost is $3 ($1 bills are preferred). Six courts are available and players should bring their own equipment. Call Steph Chu at 973-3268 for details. Gale Ranch Middle School, 6400 Main Branch Road, San Ramon.
Sports
Sunday Afternoon Badminton and Table TennisThe city of San Ramon offers badminton and table tennis for players 6 years and older, 9 a.m.-noon on Sundays, at Iron Horse Middle School, 12601 Alcosta Blvd. in San Ramon. Cost is $3 ($1 bills are preferred). Children under 18 should be accompanied by an adult. Three badminton courts and two table tennis tables are available for play. Players should bring their own equipment. Call Steph Chu at 973-3268 for details.. Iron Horse Middle School, 12601 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon.
Seniors
Lunch Program at San Ramon Senior CenterThe San Ramon Senior Center offers a lunch program for seniors from noon-1 p.m., Tuesday-Friday. Participants must sign up by noon the day before they want the lunch. Options include a crab salad, hamburger or chef's salad every day, or what is on the lunch menu for that designated day. A deli bag option is also available, which must be ordered on Wednesday for Friday pick-up. The center is at 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. For more information or to place an order, call 973-3250. San Ramon Senior Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon.
Seniors
Classes at San Ramon Senior CenterThe Senior Center offers more than 30 hours of exercise classes each week, as well as a variety of dance classes. There also are fine art, craft, language, music and computer lab classes for Macs and PCs, plus senior issue lectures. The center is at 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon. For a list of classes, visit www.ci.san-ramon.ca.us/parks/programs/ages55+.htm. Costs vary. Call 973-3250. San Ramon Senior Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon.
Seniors
Senior Center Computer ProgramsThe San Ramon Senior Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd. in San Ramon, offers computer programs for seniors, including introductory, intermediate and electronics communications classes with PC computers. To register or find out more information, call 973-3250 or visit www.ci.san-ramon.ca.us/parks/programs/senior/classes. San Ramon Senior Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon.
Seniors
Free Services for SeniorsThe San Ramon Senior and Community Center offers free services, including: legal counseling, HICAP (Medicare, health insurance and long-term care insurance counseling), resource for housing options, notary service, financial advice and computer tutoring. It also hosts free blood pressure checks, 11 a.m.-12 p.m., on the fourth Thursday of every month. Located at 9300 Alcosta Blvd. in San Ramon. For more information, call 973-3250 or visit www.ci.san-ramon.ca.us/parks/programs/senior/classes. San Ramon Senior Center, 9300 Alcosta Blvd., San Ramon.
Volunteering
Save Mount Diablo's Diablo Restoration TeamSave Mount Diablo acquires land then turns it over to park agencies. Before that happens, volunteers tackle clean-up, fence building, trail construction, planting, watering and habitat restoration, creek clean-ups, non-native plant removal and other work projects. Come and join this crew on the fourth Saturday of every month. For more information, call 947-3535 or e-mail George at [email protected].
Civic Meetings
San Ramon City Council MeetingsRegular meetings for the San Ramon City Council are held at 7 p.m. on the second and fourth Tuesday of every month in the Council Chambers. Call 973-2500 for more information. , 2222 Camino Ramon, San Ramon.
Volunteering
San Damiano RetreatOpportunities abound for people of all ages and abilities at San Damiano. Sit and socialize while helping with mailings, enjoy solitude and meditation while cultivating the flower, vegetable and fruit gardens or lend your support to the front desk and gift shop. Call 837-9141, ext. 307 or visit www.sandamiano.org. San Damiano Retreat, 710 Highland Drive, Danville.
Support Groups
Hospice Offers SupportHospice of the East Bay offers a variety of support groups and workshops for people experiencing grief and loss after the death of a loved one. All groups and classes are offered for a fee and require pre-registration. Fees are waived for those who cannot afford them. Call 887-5678, ext. 1068.
Volunteering
Hospice of the East BayHospice of the East Bay is seeking volunteers to assist hospice patients and their caregivers. Opportunities include: volunteers who are fluent in Spanish; patient Support Volunteers to provide companionship and practical assistance to hospice patients and their caregivers; Bereavement Support Volunteers to provide support to family members after their loved one has died; Thrift Shop Volunteers to help in one of our six thrift shops (Dublin, Alamo, Concord, Antioch, Danville, and Walnut Creek) by sorting, pricing, preparing and selling merchandise; and Vigil Program Volunteers who can sit with patients that are actively dying--who do not have family or friends available--to ensure that no one has to die alone! To apply for free training, call 887-5678 and ask for the Volunteer Department, or e-mail [email protected].
Volunteering
Mt. Diablo State ParkMt. Diablo State Park offers many interesting ways to volunteer by helping with trail maintenance, serving as a docent at one of the Visitors Centers, helping with the new native plants garden or working on the trash removal program. Training provided for all areas. Call 837-6129 or visit www.parks.ca.gov.
Clubs
Alamo-Danville Artists' SocietyAlamo-Danville Artists' Society (ADAS) hosts monthly meetings featuring well-known guest artist demonstrations on the second Tuesday of every month. These meetings are free and open to the public. This society also hosts Art in the Park and Open Studios to raise funds for art programs in the San Ramon Valley area schools. Visit www.adas4art.org.
Volunteering
California Independent Film Festival AssociationSupport the Arts in the Tri-Valley by joining the California Independent Film Festival Association. Membership donations support independent film events. For information, visit www.caindiefest.com.
Clubs
Delta Nu PsiDelta Nu Psi provides packages to troops in the War Zone. The group collects donations and puts together packages for the troops. For information, e-mail Alicia at [email protected] or visit www.deltanupsi.org.
Volunteering
Animal Fosters Urgently NeededAnimal Rescue Foundation (ARF) is looking for short-term fosters for dogs, puppies, cats and kittens. ARF will provide the food, supplies and vet care; all you need to do is provide the love. Call 296-3173 or visit www.arf.net for details.
Miscellaneous
The Energy Primer for KidsThe Energy Primer for Kids is a 25-page booklet of simple facts pertaining to current energy issues and is useful for adults who are evaluating energy-related claims of politicians. For a free copy, write to Synergy Institute, P.O. Box 561, San Ramon, CA 94583. A speaker is available for groups wishing to hear about the global warming propaganda. Call 837-7612.
Support Groups
Chronic Pain Proactive Group for WomenSupport Group for FIBRO, CFF and Chronic Pain meets 12:30-2:30 p.m. every other Wednesday. Call 234-5621 or e-mail [email protected] for more information.
Clubs
Friends of the Danville LibraryFriends of the Danville Library are renewing annual memberships and recruiting new members to help support, raise funds and sponsor programs for the Danville Library. There are many benefits of being a Friend, including merchant discounts, volunteer opportunities and preview of book sales. Dues and donations are tax deductible. Application forms are at the library, 400 Front St. Call 837-4455. Danville Library, 400 Front St., Danville.
Events
Tour of the Blackhawk MuseumThe Blackhawk Museum sponsors a docent-led tour of its Renowned Exhibitions at 2 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. The tour is free with admission. For information, call 736-2280. Blackhawk Museum, 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville.
Health
Open GymDanville offers Adult Open Gym 6:45-9:15 a.m. on Saturdays at the Los Cerros Middle School Community Gym, 968 Blemer Road, Danville. Drop-in fees are $4 for Danville residents, $5 for non-residents. Discounted 10-punch passes are available for $36 for Danville residents and $43 for non-residents. Call 314-3480 for details. Los Cerros Middle School Community Gym, 968 Blemer Road, Danville.
Kids and Teens
Free Online Tutoring AvailableContra Costa County Library is offering free homework help from expert online tutors to students grades 4-12 and beginning college 1-10 p.m., Monday-Friday, at http://ccclib.org.
Classes
Free Computer InstructionThe Danville Library is offering free computer instruction on Word, Excel, Powerpoint or the Internet by appointment only. To make an appointment, visit the Danville Library Information Desk or call 837-4889. Danville Library , 400 Front St., Danville.
Miscellaneous
Recycle for Breast CancerRecycle for Breast Cancer is open seven days a week accepting free drop-offs of computers, monitors, cell phones, laptops, servers and TVs, at 31 Beta Court, Suite C, San Ramon. For more information, call 735-7203 or visit www.recycleforbreastcancer.org. , 31 Beta Court, Suite C, San Ramon.
Seniors
Senior Sneaker TripsThe Town of Danville hosts Senior Sneaker Trips to different attractions throughout the area. For a list of dates, go to the Danville Community Center at 420 Front St., call 314-3400 or visit www.ci.danville.ca.us. Danville Community Center, 420 Front St., Danville.
Sports
Adult Open Gym BasketballThe Town of Danville holds drop-in basketball year-round at the Los Cerros Middle School gym, 968 Blemer Road, for ages 18 and up. Drop-in times are 7:30-9 a.m., Saturdays. Bring your own ball. Cost is $3 for residents, $5 for non-residents. Call 314-3400 for more information. Los Cerros Middle School, 968 Blemer Road, Danville.
Sports
San Ramon Valley Tennis ClubThis women's league is year-round for both A and B players who meet for practice weekday mornings. Membership is $30 annually. For information, call Patty at 820-8131 or Tilma at 736-3626, or visit http://srvtc.blogspot.com.
Support Groups
Overeaters AnonymousThe group offers a 12-step approach to issues around food, overeating, anorexia and bulimia. There are many different groups that meet at different times and places; visit www.dvig.org.
Volunteering
Blackhawk Museum Docent TrainingIf you are interested in becoming a much appreciated part of the Blackhawk Museum family while contributing to your community, making new friends, learning new things, and having fun, become a docent! Call 736-2280, ext. 238 for more information. Blackhawk Museum, 3700 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville.
Volunteering
CCI Volunteer Puppy Raising ProgramCanine Companions for Independence (CCI) is looking for special volunteers interested in raising a CCI puppy for 15-18 months and is accepting applications. For information, call 1-800-572-BARK (572-2275) or visit www.cci.org.
Volunteering
Contra Costa Academy of Fine ArtThe academy seeks new volunteers and members to help with tasks ranging from bookkeeping to recruiting instructors. The group meets 12-1 p.m. the second Friday of the month at Richard's Art & Craft Store, 225 Alamo Plaza, Alamo. Call Beth Batchelor at 837-5654 for details. Richard's Art & Craft Store, 225 Alamo Plaza, Alamo.
Volunteering
Friends of DiscoveryThe organization is looking for volunteers who can commit eight hours per month in the Thrift Station, 486 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Danville. Call the store at 820-1988. Thrift Station, 486 San Ramon Valley Blvd., Danville.
Volunteering
Lindsay Wildlife MuseumDocents are needed to lead class tours, teaching children and others about our important connection with wildlife and the world we share. No experience needed. Call 627-2444 or visit www.wildlife-museum.org for more information. Linsday Wildlife Museum, 1931 1st Ave., Walnut Creek.
Volunteering
Make a DifferenceReutlinger Community for Jewish Living (RCJL) in Danville provides assisted living, Alzheimer's and skilled nursing care in a community our residents call home. Volunteers play a key role at RCJL, and opportunities are available for students and adults. For information, call Volunteer Coordinator Irma at 964-2098. Reutlinger Community for Jewish Living, 4000 Camino Tassajara, Danville.
Volunteering
Museum of the San Ramon ValleyThe Museum of the San Ramon Valley welcomes volunteers and has a current need for greeters who give three hours one day a month to welcome visitors to the museum, register their attendance, and give them an introductory tour of the Waiting Room and the Museum Store. Call Carmen Curtis at 837-9781 or the museum at 837-3750 for more details. Museum of the San Ramon Valley, 205 Railroad Ave., Danville.
Volunteering
Search and RescueThe Contra Costa County Sheriff's Search and Rescue Team needs volunteer members to respond to missing person incidents, disasters and other critical incidents. Team members are on call 24/7 year-round. The program provides required training, including wilderness traveling, first aid, map and compass, tracking disaster response and search skills, and may also include special training for canine, equestrian, technical, mountain bike or other rescue skills. For information and applications, visit www.contracostasar.org or call 646-4461.
Volunteering
Sheriff Seeks Senior VolunteersThe Sheriff's Valley Station Office in Alamo is seeking people interested in assisting law enforcement in the community. Citizens should have a clean criminal history and would be responsible for one shift a week for four-and-a-half hours. Interested applicants should call Deputy Michael Carson or Volunteer Fred Perfetto at 837-2902.
Volunteering
Urban Farmers' Fruit-Gleaning ProjectGot excess fruit? Our volunteers will pick your trees, leave what you want, and bring the rest to local food pantries and animal centers. Learn more, register your trees, volunteer or tell a neighbor. Visit www.theurbanfarmers.org or email [email protected] for more information. 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Free.
Volunteering
Volunteer Drivers Needed for the Senior Support ProgramSenior Support Program of the Tri-Valley is looking for volunteer drivers to transport seniors to their medical appointments. Volunteers must have a valid driver’s license, a registered vehicle, carry automobile liability insurance, and have a clear DMV record. To sign up, call Jennifer Cullen at 931-5387 or e-mail [email protected].
Miscellaneous
Pharmaceuticals Drop-OffThe Dougherty Valley Police Sub Station accepts prescription and over-the-counter medications 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday, at the station, 2401 Crow Canyon Road, San Ramon. Never place medications down toilets or drains because it can harm soil and water. Call 973-3300 or visit www.sanramon.ca.gov/recycle/hazard.html. , 2401 Crow Canyon Road, San Ramon.
Clubs
GFWC Dublin/San Ramon Women's ClubThis women's club meets at 10 a.m. on the third Thursday of every month at the Shannon Community Center in Dublin. This group is an active non-profit organization involved in many community and volunteer activities and supports many charities, including the cities of Dublin and San Ramon. For more information, contact Joan Ernst, publicity director, at [email protected] or visit www.dsrwomensclub.org. Shannon Community Center, 11600 Shannon Ave., Dublin.
